Start Devin Neal or Ty Johnson?
Week 1 start/sit. Our Clutch Score projects each player's points this week from matchup, Vegas odds, usage and injury status, then calls who to start.
RBDevin NealNO · RB62
RBTy JohnsonBUF · RB46Who to start
Clear startTy Johnson- Higher Clutch Score this week: 2.9 vs 1.7 projected points.
- Stronger baseline projection (3.3 vs 1.9 pts/game).
Devin Neal and Ty Johnson are a Week 1 start/sit call at running back. Devin Neal travels to DET (hard matchup) and Ty Johnson travels to HOU (hard matchup). The Clutch Score projects Ty Johnson for 2.9 PPR points to Devin Neal's 1.7.
Start Ty Johnson on the stronger baseline projection.
This week, side by side
| Stat | Neal | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Score (Wk 1) | 1.7 | 2.9 |
| Baseline proj / game | 1.9 | 3.3 |
| Points / game (season) | 6.0 | 5.9 |
| Snap share | 37% | 29% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 23 |
Clutch Score is our Week 1 projection (PPR). Higher value wins each row.
Drafting rather than setting a lineup? See the season-long Devin Neal vs Ty Johnson comparison.
Frequently asked
Should I start Devin Neal or Ty Johnson in Week 1?
Start Ty Johnson in Week 1, on the stronger baseline projection. The Clutch Score projects 2.9 PPR points to Devin Neal's 1.7.
Who is projected to score more this week, Devin Neal or Ty Johnson?
Our Clutch Score projects Ty Johnson for 2.9 PPR points in Week 1, compared with 1.7 for Devin Neal.
Who has the better matchup, Devin Neal or Ty Johnson?
Devin Neal plays at DET (hard) and Ty Johnson plays at HOU (hard). Devin Neal draws the more favorable matchup in Week 1.
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Clutch Score blends the season projection with this week’s matchup, Vegas implied total and injury status. Data via the Sleeper API and ESPN, refreshed daily.